https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-new-purchases-fray-and-fringe Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 09 Apr 2026 13:55:39 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-new-purchases-fray-and-fringe#post-1470032 Tue, 07 Apr 2015 16:35:59 +0000 catgirl 1470032@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Denise, you're making me blush... The funny thing is I think the same of you every time I see you!</p> <p>The reason for both lack of leg exposure and relatively preserved skin is the same - cold climate with not a lot of sun exposure!&nbsp; :)&nbsp; I get sun when I can, but overall it's just not that much.&nbsp; Same reason the legs don't get bared often.&nbsp; </p> <p>It's only because of YLF that I have begun to consider them an asset - I was also told they were too skinny and knock-kneed.&nbsp;</p> <p>Julie, I really appreciate that.&nbsp; I've been trying to think of the grey factor as neutral - because attributing meaning to a natural hair color just seems counter-productive at this point.&nbsp; If anything, I'm going to embrace it.&nbsp; Thankfully, it's been kind of a fun process - like&nbsp;a highlight job taking a really loooooooong time. :D</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-new-purchases-fray-and-fringe#post-1469965 Tue, 07 Apr 2015 14:43:00 +0000 RoseandJoan 1469965@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm loving the denim shirt and suede skinnies on you, perhaps there is a cross over between rate and soft with edge in&nbsp;these pieces?</p> <p>The running gear suits you fantastically.</p> <p>Greying hair is often viewed as a <b>loss</b> but you are showcasing how grey hair can <b>add</b> another dimension to personal style.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-new-purchases-fray-and-fringe#post-1469832 Tue, 07 Apr 2015 07:17:37 +0000 CocoLion 1469832@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's been 4 plus years I've been following you on YLF... WHY have you been hiding those legs all this time??? &nbsp;You must keep those shorts and wear ones like these as often as possible. &nbsp;You have beautifully shaped legs and the skin of a 20-something.</p> <p>Oh and everything else suits you well. &nbsp;Love your Easter outfit, please wear those pants more often. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-new-purchases-fray-and-fringe#post-1469813 Tue, 07 Apr 2015 05:07:19 +0000 Ingunn 1469813@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Here's more shirt love! The frayed hem makes it very you. In fact, I think everything look great, including the running gear. I also admire your hair, wonderful. Kona is beautiful! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-new-purchases-fray-and-fringe#post-1469776 Tue, 07 Apr 2015 03:35:32 +0000 Greyscale 1469776@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the shirt! I almost tried to make my own frayed-hem denim shirt recently, but I wasn't brave enough to chop up a perfectly good shirt. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-new-purchases-fray-and-fringe#post-1469718 Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:26:31 +0000 catgirl 1469718@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Beth Ann, you're a smart lady!&nbsp; I've discovered that what works best for me on workdays is a smaller bag that fits in a tote (my navy Brahmin which is a workhorse).&nbsp; That way I can carry lunch, files, etc. and take out the smaller purse if we go out or to a meeting.&nbsp; A big bag just results in havoc, but a small bag doesn't fit all I need.&nbsp;&nbsp; I have a tomato red Kate Spade mini-satchel that's been working really well, but I wanted a change when red doesn't work (like with green...). </p> <p>It's this Kate Spade, but I got it for $70 in Boston at TJ Maxx!</p> <p><a href="http://www.ebay.com/itm/Kate-Spade-NY-Gabriella-Berkshire-Road-Red-coral-Leather-Crossbody-Satchel-NWT-/321701708829?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&amp;hash=item4ae6ea841d" rel="nofollow">http://www.ebay.com/itm/Kate-S.....-Satchel-N</a></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-new-purchases-fray-and-fringe#post-1469717 Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:23:44 +0000 catgirl 1469717@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Shevia, you are sweet!&nbsp; I was a little shocked at just how white it is - I can't see the top although everyone else can.&nbsp; o_O&nbsp; But no going back now!&nbsp; I think I may be wearing lighter colors soon with the hair change.&nbsp; Right now I'm really into black and white!</p> <p>Jackie, I agree the half-tuck isn't the best look, although that's how the stock photo shows it.&nbsp; I like the whole frayed hem hanging out!</p> <p>OMG, the tan lines on my feet. :D</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-new-purchases-fray-and-fringe#post-1469716 Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:23:20 +0000 Vicki 1469716@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'd say you and Kona are ready to take on the world! &nbsp;It's all working in my world. &nbsp;The fringed denim shirt in #2 especially is amazing. &nbsp;Love you in the shorts and Easter gear, too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-new-purchases-fray-and-fringe#post-1469710 Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:12:41 +0000 Jaime 1469710@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Top is terrific and I like it with the baggy bottomed skinnies (a new trend). Your legs are stupendous. And your hair is sublime. People would pay for that. Tell them&nbsp;Kona was the inspiration for the color! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-new-purchases-fray-and-fringe#post-1469703 Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:00:07 +0000 Beth Ann 1469703@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the top, Una!&nbsp; It's a natural for your wardrobe, I think.&nbsp; The pants are fabulous, too, as long as they don't feel clammy, as some pleather does.&nbsp; The bag is a fun piece, but I wonder how often you'd carry a casual, small bag --&nbsp; do you have a few occasions or situations in mind?&nbsp; </p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-new-purchases-fray-and-fringe#post-1469698 Tue, 07 Apr 2015 01:55:33 +0000 Karie 1469698@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like the ragged hem on the shirt, and while I don't think the skinnies look like true skinnies on you, I like them the way they are. The shiny slouchy pants look perfectly dressy and comfortable, and your gray hair is coming in nicely. </p> <p>Cosmo Edward says "Hi Kona!"</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-new-purchases-fray-and-fringe#post-1469694 Tue, 07 Apr 2015 01:43:09 +0000 Anonymous 1469694@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the shirt on you and I think the psnts look great as they are. Your hair is looking wonderful. I think that your beautiful expressive eyes show up more now.<br /> ROG wants me to wear my metallic gold pants. Maybe I should have done it for Easter. As it was I went with rather unusual colors for spring...olive and orange. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-new-purchases-fray-and-fringe#post-1469648 Tue, 07 Apr 2015 00:23:17 +0000 jackiec 1469648@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your Easter outfit is SO outstanding. Love it.</p> <p>Running gear fab.</p> <p>New stuff is great too. For some reason I don't like the semi-tuck as much with the fringed hem. Why is that? I prefer it untucked. Cool bag.</p> <p>Snow cap - LOVE that term! Looking great! Lexi &amp; Lincoln say hi to Kona </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-new-purchases-fray-and-fringe#post-1469643 Tue, 07 Apr 2015 00:18:42 +0000 DonnaF 1469643@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the shirt on you!&nbsp; Too bad you &amp; I can't average our calves; then calf fit wouldn't be an issue for either of us!</p> <p>The running shorts look fine to me.&nbsp; I think what makes them work is that they are cut fairly narrow.&nbsp; If they were super wide and you were sitting with your knees up, then everyone could see up the wazoo.&nbsp; That doesn't look like the case here.</p> <p>I am impressed by the evenness of your gray.&nbsp; My temples only are pretty white, most of my top is like yours, and my back is only a little gray.&nbsp; Go figure.&nbsp; It was the roots showing at the temples that caused me to stop coloring.&nbsp; I feel like the gray adds an element of RATEness to my look and makes me feel more authentic.&nbsp; How about you? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-new-purchases-fray-and-fringe#post-1469642 Tue, 07 Apr 2015 00:18:26 +0000 Kirstjen 1469642@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like those green pants. &nbsp;I would pair them with a gray t shirt or a denim shirt or other "tough" top for a strong contrast. &nbsp;I don't think I'd let them sink to the back of the closet...<br />And I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE #6. &nbsp;I am a puppy sucker... &nbsp;;) &nbsp;Thanks for sharing her.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-new-purchases-fray-and-fringe#post-1469614 Mon, 06 Apr 2015 23:31:59 +0000 Tanya 1469614@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love everything, Una!&nbsp; The bag is stunning, the shirt and the pants are very cool with a touch of Rate.&nbsp; Awesome Easter ooutfit too and Kona is simply adorable. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-new-purchases-fray-and-fringe#post-1469592 Mon, 06 Apr 2015 23:00:37 +0000 texstyle 1469592@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love your hair - and the light denim top and the fringe bag - and that image of you in those green pants is fantastic! I like the skinnies too but agree that maybe they could be taken in. Maybe it's just a passing phase but I'm finding a new love of light colors with my white/gray highlights. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-new-purchases-fray-and-fringe#post-1469587 Mon, 06 Apr 2015 22:50:00 +0000 AM 1469587@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Leather pants, RATE denim, and that wonderful&nbsp;Rebecca Minkoff fringe bag. Looking so good!&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-new-purchases-fray-and-fringe#post-1469582 Mon, 06 Apr 2015 22:34:13 +0000 rabbit 1469582@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the pants work&nbsp;as is too. &nbsp;They&nbsp;look pretty great at the top, and the length looks good. &nbsp;I have the same issue, that's why all my skinnies are very stretchy material (or theoretically have ankle zippers) unless I'm going for a straight leg or baggier look. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-new-purchases-fray-and-fringe#post-1469576 Mon, 06 Apr 2015 22:28:25 +0000 catgirl 1469576@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Aw, thanks Angie!&nbsp; Soon I'll match Kona's fur!&nbsp; I think the lower collar and the frayed edge help me love this shirt.&nbsp; The pants were kind of a gamble, but they are super-comfortable and good for my climate.&nbsp; I may take in the calves. </p> <p>UmmLila, trust me, the squishiness is elsewhere!&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-new-purchases-fray-and-fringe#post-1469573 Mon, 06 Apr 2015 22:24:50 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 1469573@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like that white frayed shirt on you a lot. As for the shorts, I wish my legs were looking that un-squishy after the winter! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-new-purchases-fray-and-fringe#post-1469572 Mon, 06 Apr 2015 22:23:42 +0000 Angie 1469572@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm loving the denim top, Una. Fab with the new "snow cap" hair. I LOVE the new fringe bag too. #1 is killer gorgeous. Fun high waisted pleather pants too.&nbsp;</p> <p>Hello pretty, Kona. You are as fab as your Mama.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-new-purchases-fray-and-fringe#post-1469571 Mon, 06 Apr 2015 22:22:44 +0000 catgirl 1469571@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rabbit, this is always my problem with skinnies!&nbsp; I may be the only forum member who actively seeks calf-sucking options.&nbsp; They can't be returned by I could have them narrowed, assuming I could still get my foot into the hem. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-new-purchases-fray-and-fringe#post-1469570 Mon, 06 Apr 2015 22:20:50 +0000 rabbit 1469570@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like the top --- the RATE edge, and the the pale color look GREAT on you -- both tucked and not. &nbsp; &nbsp;I think the bag is fun too if you love it and it feels at home with various outfits. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p> <p>The skinnies are reading a little too baggy at the calves for me to judge (it may be that I just have difficulty with that cut in leather-like pants)</p> <p>I think the shorts are just fine for running -- both gear items look good to me.</p> <p>Great that the mermaid fish/tail pants got an outing at Easter! :)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-new-purchases-fray-and-fringe#post-1469544 Mon, 06 Apr 2015 21:55:40 +0000 catgirl 1469544@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>In an effort to restart my fashion mojo, a couple of new items are being tested.&nbsp; These are not out of my comfort zone and are more variations on a theme, but I'd like to know your thoughts.</p> </p> <p>1/2:&nbsp;Maybe my denim shirt?&nbsp; It's got a ragged hem which I like and Is a little oversized.&nbsp; Also these faux suede skinnies from PIperlime which I basically got for free with rewards, and of course the Rebecca Minkoff fringe bag.</p> <p>3.&nbsp; A top and running shorts from Athleta.&nbsp; Here's where you can see I'm a true IT, all shoulders, no hips.&nbsp; Are the shorts obscene for running?</p> <p>4.&nbsp; What I wore for Easter.&nbsp; Old Heed UWP sweater, shiny slouchy pants that have been in my closet for a year unworn.&nbsp; </p> <p>5.&nbsp; Snowcap! </p> <p>6.&nbsp; Kona on the deck enjoying the sun</p> <p>All feedback welcome!</p> </p>